Inter-School Dasara Drawing Competition held at Nypunya Mysore/Mysuru: Renowned artist Ganjifa Raghupathi Bhat, known for his award-winning contributions to the world of art, appealed for the inclusion of fine arts as an integral part of education. Speaking at the inauguration of the Inter-School Nypunya Dasara Drawing Competition, organised by the Nypunya School of Excellence in…
Anthropological Museum turns into an immersive learning hub
September 12, 2023Tailor-made programmes cater to diverse age groups and subjects, kindling interest in anthropology Mysore/Mysuru: Mysuru’s Anthropological Museum at Bogadi Second Stage under the purview of the Anthropological Survey of India (AnSI), has transformed into a vibrant and immersive educational destination, drawing many school students in just a few months. Previously celebrated for its extensive collection…
Expressway dacoity: Miscreants pose as Police, rob Kodagu couple
September 12, 2023Mandya: Miscreants in the guise of Police, not only threatened a couple from Kodagu but have also decamped with 30 gram gold chain worth Rs. 2 lakh from them. The incident took place near Ganjam in Srirangapatna yesterday early morning. Yesterday, the couple from Kodagu, left Bengaluru and were proceeding towards Madikeri in their car….
Celebrating Mahisha Dasara a Constitutional right: Prof. Mahesh Chandra Guru
September 12, 2023Mysore/Mysuru: In a pointed response to critics of Mahisha Dasara, retired Professor B.P. Mahesh Chandra Guru said that celebrating the event is a Constitutional right. “We have been celebrating Mahisha Dasara while exercising the rights enshrined in our Constitution. Yet, despite this, detractors persist in causing chaos, leading us to question our very Indian identity.”…
S.A. Ramdas appointed Convenor of PM SVANidhi prog. in State
September 12, 2023Mysore/Mysuru: Former Krishnaraja (KR) BJP MLA S.A. Ramdas has been appointed as the State Convenor for overseeing the implementation of Prime Minister’s 9 programmes in the State during the period from Sept. 16 to Oct. 15. The tasks include registration of street vendors, Dairy Milk vendors and newspaper distributors for Micro-lending scheme, Co-ordination between Banks…
KSOU issues clarification on recognition of academic programmes
September 12, 2023Mysore/Mysuru: Following reports in a section of the press expressing doubts on recognition of KSOU academic courses/programmes by the UGC, the city-based KSOU (Karnataka State Open University) has issued a clarification in this regard. In a press release dated Sept. 11, the KSOU said that the UGC has communicated the decision of Interface Expert Committee…
Man found dead with stab injury at Kergalli
September 12, 2023Mysore/Mysuru: A 54-year-old man was found dead with stab injury on his neck in Jayapura Police limits and the incident has come to light yesterday morning. The deceased has been identified as Mahadeva of Kergalli village in the taluk and it is learnt that the incident had taken place on Saturday. Deceased Mahadeva, who used…
KSOU Professor to receive ‘Thirukkural Ratna Award’ in Mauritius on Sept. 25
September 12, 2023Mysore/Mysuru: Dr. P. Mani, Assistant Professor, Department of Studies and Research in Kannada, Karnataka State Open University (KSOU), Mysuru, will be conferred ‘Thirukkural Ratna Award’ at the 16th IMTC International Conference on Tamil Culture in Mauritius. Established in 1974, the International Movement for Tamil Culture (IMTC) is a non-profit, non-political, charity, Tamil Cultural Organisation, run…
Harassment to student: FIR filed against Mysore Varsity PED Director
September 12, 2023Mysore/Mysuru: The Lakshmipuram Police have registered an FIR against University of Mysore (UoM) Physical Education Department (PED) Director Dr. Venkatesh in connection with the incident where a Department student attempted suicide in front of the Vice-Chancellor’s chamber in Crawford Hall on Sept. 9, alleging harassment by the Director. K.J. Gagan, 24 years, a Post-Graduate student…
CM inaugurates BGS Bhavan and Student Hostel building
September 11, 2023Mysore/Mysuru: Chief Minister Siddharamaiah inaugurated the new building of Adichunchanagiri Mysuru Branch Mutt, BGS Samskrutika Bhavan and Free Student Hostel in Hebbal here this morning. Speaking on the occasion, the CM said that the Mutt has been making rapid strides in health and education sectors. Highlighting the contributions of late Seer Sri Balagangadharanatha Swamiji for…















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